CARYN SIEGEL
Surprise, AZ ***** 678-***-**** *****.******@*******.***
PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY
Educated, compassionate, and organized certified teacher with extensive experience in music education and child safety case management. Skilled at building and delivering engaging music instruction to students of all grades and ability levels. Recognized for exceptional communication, problem-solving, and organizational skills. CORE SKILLS
Classroom Management & Instruction Conflict Resolution & Communication Microsoft Office & Google Workspace Team Collaboration & Leadership Education & Training Recruitment and Retention
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
General Music Teacher (K–2)
Legacy Traditional School 1/6/2025 – 8/19/2025
• Provided music instruction to children in Kindergarten-Second grade.
• Recruited and retained student participation in music programs.
• Managed the classroom effectively to create a positive learning environment.
• Earned ELS certification.
Case Manager / Ongoing Specialist
State of Arizona, Department of Safety 7/2022-12/2025
• Identify, address, and resolve child safety concerns.
• Assess families and recommend case plans for reunification.
• Write detailed court reports and provide testimony as needed.
• Match clients with community services and facilitate positive outcomes.
• Maintain meticulous case notes while adhering to confidentiality standards Owner / Teacher
Merry Melodies, Buford, GA 1999 – 2019
• Built a strong community reputation through high-quality music instruction.
• Retained students long-term; multiple students placed in honor ensembles.
• Managed accounts payable/receivable and vendor relations.
• Customized lesson plans and recommended educational resources. Band Director
Cherokee County Schools, Canton, GA 1991 – 1999
•Provided instrumental instruction to students grades 7-12 Consistent Superior ratings
Chairman of District Honor Band
Students regularly placed in Allstate Bands
• Increased program enrollment from 85 to 400+
• Directed concerts, coordinated rehearsals, and assessed musicians.
• Oversaw instrument inventory, purchasing, and maintenance. Band Director
Greenfield Hebrew Academy, Atlanta, GA 2001-2004
• Provided instrumental instruction to students grade 4-8
• Directed concerts, coordinated rehearsals, and assessed musicians.
• Oversaw instrument inventory, purchasing, and maintenance. Band Director/General Music Teacher
Allendale-Fairfax County Schools, Allendale, SC 1990-1991
•Provided instrumental instruction to students grades 6-12 and 4th grade general music
• Assisted with marching band
• Directed concerts, coordinated rehearsals, and assessed musicians.
• Oversaw instrument inventory, purchasing, and maintenance. EDUCATION
Bachelor of Music Education, Instrumental
Columbus State University – Columbus, GA 1990
Honors Graduate, Cum Laude
REFERENCES
Available upon request.